Chances are you came to Bend for the abundance of legendary outdoor activities. Or maybe to indulge in a few of our locally crafted beverages. But for those who love to take a moment to escape into another world of solving mysteries, slaying dragons, or falling in and out of love with a complicated hero, then you’re in the right spot.

Bend, Oregon, bookstores are full of hand-picked new and used books that get your imagination, thoughts, and emotions flowing. One of the best parts of being on vacation is the uninterrupted, peaceful moments spent reading. So why not visit one of our local bookshops and discover your next engaging page-turner.

Dudley’s Bookshop Cafe is right in the heart of downtown and serves up a perfect blend of extensive, curated new and used reads. Add a few tasty treats and seriously the most delicious chai in town, and you’ve got yourself the ultimate bookstore! Roundabout Books in Northwest Crossing has a perfect mix of bestsellers, classics, and indie gems. They also have coffee, wine, beer, and easy access to mouthwatering lunch spots right down the block. Big Story Books & Movies is Central Oregon’s biggest independent bookstore, where you’ll find a massive selection of new, used, must-reads, uncommon finds, and titles for the whole family.

Thumb through guide books on where to hike in Central Oregon, must-read recommendations from Oprah and Reese or nonfiction novels that engage your mind and connect you to the world. Whatever you love to read, you’ll find a great book right here in Bend that’s perfect to lounge by the lake, snuggle in bed, or cozy up with at a coffeehouse.

Happy reading!